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Uber’s next driver might surprise you—it could be someone without a pulse! The ride-hailing company has signed a deal to launch robotaxis, a Chinese startup that specializes in autonomous driving, in Europe at the beginning of 2026. You can drive real cars without a driver, but only if you know how to use sensors and code. For a continent that is …

From May 1, new rules came into force that will change the way 3.3 million “autonomos” (sole traders) calculate and pay their Social Security contributions — and it could mean they end up paying more, You will be amazed at how many people are interested in this. They will be unable to do anything if they don’t act quickly. The …

Speed, flow, and the future of data — quantum style. Credit: Canva Suppose you remember the early days of the internet– dial-up tones, floppy disks. You may also recall the moment when everything changed. The arrival of real operating systems, browsers and platforms which made the internet accessible. Instantly, the web was no longer just for engineers. It was now …

Full guide to Bizum, Spain’s favourite quick money transfer app —and when the taxman comes calling. Over 25 million Spaniards are hooked on Bizum—but there’s a catch to every tap. Credit: Wirestock Creators, Shutterstock It’s quick, it’s free, it’s on your phone—and it’s got Spain in a right digital frenzy. Bizum is the most popular app to send instant payments …

The Costa del Sol continues to shine as one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for property investment and high-quality living. According to Sam Long, a respected property consultant with years of experience in the Spanish real estate market, this sun-drenched stretch of coastline offers far more than just stunning beaches and year-round good weather. A Lifestyle Second to None “The …

By purchasing, you can: Olivier Acuña Barba • Published: 04 May 2025 • 22:43 • 2 minutes read Photo Volodymyr Jamborak/Shutterstock| Photo: Volodymyr Yamborak / Shutterstock The French police are investigating kidnappings involving millionaire cryptocurrency investors. A 60-year old man was stabbed in the finger by attackers demanding that his son, who is a crypto-rich investor, pay a ransom. The Guardian reported …

AI agents are set to shop with your credit cards. Credit: i viewfinder, Shutterstock What a wonderful time to live. Visa has announced it wants to give artificial intelligence agents the keys to your wallet so they can buy things for you on their own — literally. This is a move that would sound like it was taken from a …

Editor’s Digest: Unlock it for Free This weekly newsletter features the favourite stories of Roula Khalaf Editor at The Financial Times. Elon Musk’s Starlink was the first choice for Spanish and Portuguese internet and mobile users on Monday as a widespread blackout in Iberia exposed weaknesses in telecoms networks. Financial Times data shows that the use of Starlink satellite communication …

This is a version of the Europe Express Newsletter that we have posted online. Sign up here Get the newsletter delivered to your inbox each weekday, and every two weeks on Saturday morning. Browse all our newsletters. Welcome back. Spain and Portugal experienced a devastating power outage Monday that brought both countries to an abrupt halt. The Iberian Peninsula is …

Costa Blanca’s property market has experienced steady growth with constant increases in value of properties and a strong rental demand throughout the year. Credit: Ayuntamiento Denia What was once an emerging market, has become a market that is consolidated. The real estate transactions in Alicante from the Polish market will grow by 27% between 2024 and 2025, placing it second …